Monthly Archives: July 2016

What is the positive’s for mandatory health insurance?

With all of the misinformation that has been spread about the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) it has been difficult to figure out what is true, and what isn’t. As you know, the Act mandated health care for everyone. The reason … Continue reading

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Women made up 32 per cent of primary borrowers

A survey of millennial mortgage borrowers shows that women made up 32 per cent of primary borrowers and are more likely to be single than male borrowers. “We are seeing a significant difference in marital status between male primary borrowers … Continue reading

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How are Prescription Drugs covered under Medicare Plans?

In today’s marketplace, if you have/want to purchase a Medigap plan and want prescription drug coverage, you would need to enroll in a stand-alone Part D plan. These can be set-up during the annual enrollment period (AEP) or if/when you … Continue reading

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Don’t ASS-U-ME

Ever heard that if you assume – you are making an ASS out of U and Me? If we really look into this mistake, it becomes clear why agents miss out on so much business. Working with as many agents … Continue reading

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Long Term Care Insurance

Just about everyone knows about nursing homes. All long-term care (LTC) planning advisors know something about assisted living care, home health care, homemaker services and family care. Some LTC planners may have gaps in their knowledge about another major source … Continue reading

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Gated Communities can increase your home value

Homes in gated communities command significantly higher prices – almost $30,000 on average – but these neighborhoods’ additional amenities can also reduce sale prices because they bring maintenance costs that outweigh the benefits of the amenities, according to recent research … Continue reading

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Don’t mess with Medicare!

Overhaul Medicare? Restructure Medicaid? Not so fast, say those who receive medical care via those agencies. In the wake of legislative stirrings about changing these signature government health organizations, the Kaiser Family Foundation asked members of the public what their … Continue reading

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Pending Home Sales

Pending sales slid in May, first y-o-y decline in 2 years Pending home sales were lower in May following three months of gains and posted the first year-over-year decline for 2 years. The National Association of Realtors’ index was down … Continue reading

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How Obesity Affects Insurance in most states

As America attempts to get a handle on its obesity dilemma, knowing where to focus resources will be a key part of the strategy. A joint survey by Gallup and Healthways of obesity rates by state suggests that the populace … Continue reading

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Is Condo living for you?

When you buy a condo, you own it just as you would a single-family detached house. But living in a condo differs from living in a house in several ways. Here are a few distinctions to consider. Shared Walls Depending … Continue reading

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